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December 28, 2014
by Laura
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Go ahead and sweat the small stuff…the workout is worth the results

Sick of hearing this? This post is for you…Click here for the td;dr While planning a wedding, and consequently stressing over seemingly mindless details, people always say “don’t sweat the small stuff.” It is true that you have to pick … Continue reading →

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April 16, 2014
by Laura
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Think Easter Eggs Have Nothing To Do With Christ? Then Your Faith Is Lacking

As someone who struggles with anxiety and worry, one of the most annoying pieces of advice is something along the lines of “you just need to have more faith.” Alternatively, I am chastised for my lack of faith with statements … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons, Platypus Not Platitudes | Tags: Easter, faith, spiritual gifts | Permalink

February 14, 2014
by Laura
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How to Find Advice Worth Keeping: A Treatise on Dating

Note: This post will review advice from the book “How to Get a Date Worth Keeping” by Henry Cloud, Ph.D. Since Valentines day is nigh, I figure now is as good time  to talk about the nebulous and elusive subject … Continue reading →

Categories: Platypus Not Platitudes, Relationships | Tags: believing God, dating, faith, gender roles, getting a date, love | Permalink

January 15, 2014
by Laura
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The Power of Waiting For It Later

Welcome to 2014! It’s a brand new year, and with each new year, we all hope for fresh starts and for our goals and dreams to come to pass. The most cliched saying in January is, “This is my year.” … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons, Patience and Waiting, Platypus Not Platitudes, Shit Happens | Tags: flying pigs, new year, patience, perspective, power of now, scarlet tanager, yellow warbler | Permalink

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